4185 North Taylor Road

$829,000
Price
256,133 / 5.88
Lot Size / Acres

Description

Discover your dream Up North escape with this one-of-a-kind rustic waterfront cabin on 60± acres in Branch, Michigan. Privately tucked away behind a gated entrance on a quiet road just east of Ludington, this rare property offers roughly 1,200 feet of frontage on spring-fed Cartier Lake—a private, all-sports lake known for its crystal-clear water, peaceful setting, and fantastic fishing. A towering hill guards the approach from the south, creating unmatched seclusion and stunning panoramic views....Discover your dream Up North escape with this one-of-a-kind rustic waterfront cabin on 60± acres in Branch, Michigan. Privately tucked away behind a gated entrance on a quiet road just east of Ludington, this rare property offers roughly 1,200 feet of frontage on spring-fed Cartier Lake—a private, all-sports lake known for its crystal-clear water, peaceful setting, and fantastic fishing. A towering hill guards the approach from the south, creating unmatched seclusion and stunning panoramic views. Meticulously maintained trails wind throughout the hilly woods, wetlands, and open glades. Surrounded by thousands of acres of Manistee National Forest, this is a true sanctuary where nature and privacy converge. The cozy log cabin, originally built in 1947 with a 1997 addition, has been lovingly updated with a brand-new front door, new refrigerator, and fresh living room carpet—all while maintaining its original rustic character. Inside you'll find 1 bedroom, 1 full bath,
  1. Listed by Alexander Hoffman • Brokerage DRE #6505258547 • Century 21 Trophy Class
    P: (231)-327-1701 C: (231)-327-1701 alex@trophyclassrealestate.com

Property Details for 4185 North Taylor Road

Zoning
Res.
ZoningDescription
Res.
Waterfront Features
Lake
LISTING UPDATED: 12/14/2025 07:11 PM

Property Details for 4185 North Taylor Road

StatusActive
MLS #25061782
Days on Market20
Taxes$7,732 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeLand
MLS TypeLand / Acreage
Year Built-
Lot Size5.88 AC
CountyMason County

Location

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Building Information for 4185 North Taylor Road

Lot Size5.88 AC

Payment Calculator

$4,741 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,096

Property Taxes

$644

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 4185 North Taylor Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Cross Streets: N. Taylor & Dewey
  • Municipality: Sheridan Twp
  • Body of Water: Cartier/L.Bass
  • Directions: US 31 North to Sugar Grove, East on Sugar Grove to Taylor, North on Taylor to property
  • Area - Major: MasonOceanaManistee - O
  • Street #: 4185
  • Street Direction: N
  • Street Name: Taylor
  • Suffix: Road
  • City: Branch
  • State: MI
  • Zip Code: 49402
  • County: Mason
  • Latitude: 44.027489
  • Longitude: -86.082799
  • Area - Minor: MasonOceanaManistee - O
  • Water Type: Lake
Taxes and HOA
  • Taxable Value: 187646.0
  • Approx. Assoc Fee: $0
  • Tax ID #: 012-022-011-10
Virtual Tour
  • Total Virtual Tours Count: 1
  • Total Open Houses Count: 0
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Rolling Hills, Recreational, Tillable, Wetland Area, Wooded
  • Lot Dimensions: 1320'x1144'x165'x375'x97'x154'
  • Lot Measurement: Acres
  • Lot Acres: 60.0
  • Lot Square Footage: 256133.0
  • Lot Size Area: 60.0
Property and Assessments
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Legal: 84SPLIT 1986 SPLIT 1989 SPLIT 1991SPLIT ON 01/06/2010 FROM 012-022-011-00; ***NEW 2010*** PARCEL ''H-2'' PART OF GOV'T LOT 1 DESC AS: COMM AT N1/4 COR OF SD SEC, TH S02DEG 45'17'' E ALG N-S 1/4 LN1142.40FT TO POB, TH S89DEG 17'59'' E 1536.01FT TO TRAVERSE LN ALG SHORE OF LITTLE BASS LAKE, TH S 63DEG 13' 35'' E 159.78 FT TH S 75DEG 00'00'' E ALG SD TRAVERSE LN 143.28FT, TH S 54DEG 58' 01'' E ALG SD
  • Property Sub-Type: Acreage
  • Total Floor Plans Count: 0
  • Property Type: Land
  • Video Groups: 0
  • Mineral Rights: Unknown
Utilities
  • Utilities: Electricity Available, Phone Connected
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Well
  • Util Avail at Street: Electricity Available
  • Utilities Attached: Phone Connected
  • Water: Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Water Fea Amenities: Dock, Private Frontage, View
  • Street Type: Dirt, Gravel
Interior Features
  • Bathrooms Total (Integer): 0
  • Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 0.0
  • Bathrooms Total (Notational): 0.0
Rental
Rental Information
  • Terms Available: Cash, Conventional, VA Loan

Property History for 4185 North Taylor Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 12, 2025

Permanently Off Market

Michigan Regional Information Center #25060691

$829,000
Dec 12, 2025

Listed (Active)

Michigan Regional Information Center #25061782

$829,000
Dec 4, 2025

Permanently Off Market

Michigan Regional Information Center #25041624

$889,000
Dec 4, 2025

Listed (Active)

Michigan Regional Information Center #25060691

$829,000
Dec 3, 2025

Listed (Active)

Michigan Regional Information Center #25060574

$739,000
Aug 15, 2025

Listed (Active)

Michigan Regional Information Center #25041624

$929,000
May 19, 2008

Sold

Michigan Regional Information Center #149907

$337,000
May 19, 2008

Contract Signed

Michigan Regional Information Center #149907

May 19, 2008

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1104903275

$337,000
Apr 19, 2007

Sold

Michigan Regional Information Center #149907

Apr 19, 2007

Listed (Active)

Michigan Regional Information Center #149907

$395,000
Dec 16, 2006

Temporarily Off Market

Michigan Regional Information Center #143454

$395,000
Oct 21, 2005

Listed (Active)

Michigan Regional Information Center #143454

$425,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/12/2025

Permanently Off Market

Michigan Regional Information Center #25060691

$829,000
12/12/2025

Listed (Active)

Michigan Regional Information Center #25061782

$829,000
12/04/2025

Permanently Off Market

Michigan Regional Information Center #25041624

$889,000
12/04/2025

Listed (Active)

Michigan Regional Information Center #25060691

$829,000
12/03/2025

Listed (Active)

Michigan Regional Information Center #25060574

$739,000
08/15/2025

Listed (Active)

Michigan Regional Information Center #25041624

$929,000
05/19/2008

Sold

Michigan Regional Information Center #149907

$337,000
05/19/2008

Contract Signed

Michigan Regional Information Center #149907

05/19/2008

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1104903275

$337,000
04/19/2007

Sold

Michigan Regional Information Center #149907

04/19/2007

Listed (Active)

Michigan Regional Information Center #149907

$395,000
12/16/2006

Temporarily Off Market

Michigan Regional Information Center #143454

$395,000
10/21/2005

Listed (Active)

Michigan Regional Information Center #143454

$425,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 4185 North Taylor Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Home Facts
Beds0StyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyMASONAPN012-022-014-01

Schools near 4185 North Taylor Road

This home is within Mason County Eastern Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 6
Public - 7 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Mason County Eastern Elementary School
PublicPK to 6

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4185 North Taylor Road is a 5.88 ac of land for sale in Branch, MI 49402. This property was listed for sale on December 12, 2025 by Century 21 Trophy Class, it's currently listed at $829,000. It has been on the market for a total of 20 days and was last sold on May 19, 2008. This listing's school district is Mason County Eastern Schools. Nearby schools include Mason County Eastern Elementary School and Mason County Eastern Junior High/High School. 4185 North Taylor Road is a 0-bed, 0-bath, 5.88 ac of land on a 256,133 sq. ft. / 5.88 acres lot.

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